CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas•Benton, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a state-run healthcare facility, correctional institution, veterans’ home, or other state-operated medical setting. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring patient comfort. CNAs play a crucial role in supporting nursing teams and improving the quality of care for patients. The position is located at the Arkansas Health Center in Benton, AR. Employees are required to work rotating shifts and generally work 12 hours. This role may require lifting and positioning of patients, walking, use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices. The Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others and changing lives for the better, caring for Arkansans of all ages and ensuring the safety of facilities like child care centers and nursing homes. Working for the State offers benefits such as a pension, maternity leave, and paid state holidays.

Requirements

Knowledge of patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and nutrition support.
Ability to accurately measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Understanding of sanitation practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and disease prevention.
Ability to maintain accurate patient records and communicate observations effectively.
Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols, recognizing signs of distress, and alerting medical personnel.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must maintain an active Arkansas CNA certification and complete required continuing education as mandated by state regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.
Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met.
Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
Observe patients for changes in physical or emotional condition and report concerns to nurses or medical personnel.
Record and document patient information accurately and timely in medical charts or electronic health records.
Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care.
Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment.
Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.